Alfie Templeman postpones upcoming shows to seek help for “substance abuse issues and depression”

Alfie Templeman has postponed his upcoming shows to seek help for “substance abuse issues and depression”. READ MORE: Alfie Templeman – ‘Mellow Moon’ review: in the pursuit of pop perfection The indie singer was due to play shows with Bastille at Dreamland Margate, along with a slot at 110 Above Festival in Leicestershire. However, Templeman has now postponed these shows, explaining on his social media: “Hey folks. Unfortunately my current mental state is making it impossible for me to be able to perform the shows I have scheduled next month. “I now realise how important it is for me to go and get serious help for the substance abuse issuesand depression I’ve suffered in recent years”, he added. He went on to say that he was “unbelievably sorry” for those excited to attend his upcoming shows, promising: “Once I’m better you’ll see a lot more of me again.” “You just never really know what’s going on in someone’s head,” he concluded. “Be kind to one another. Love you all and see you soon”. In response to Templeman’s statement, 110 Above Festival said they were “incredibly saddened” to hear of Templeman’s cancellation, but added: “It takes real courage to recognise when you need help ...